Don’t let the heartbreaks of the past cause you to become cynical, close you off to life’s magic and promise. Open yourself wide to all that the univ… - Melody Beattie

When we attempt to control people and things that we have no business controlling, we are controlled. We forfeit our power to think, feel, and act in accordance with our best interests. We frequently lose control of ourselves. Often, we are being controlled not just by people but by diseases such as alcoholism, eating disorders, and compulsive gambling.

As we develop our lives, set our goals, and find things to do that interest us, peace will become comfortable — more comfortable than chaos.

we need to realize these are only expectations; they belong to us, and we’re not always boss.